Grade 5 Theory 2012 Bootcamp

Get 26 hours tuition for the price of 8 plus unlimited marking of pass papers until the exam.

When:

• 2-5th April 2012 9-5pm (June exam)

OR

• 28-31st Aug 2012 9-5pm (November exam)

Only one four day course is required to take the exams.

Where:

• JJ’s Music School, Newton Abbot

Who:

• The course is delivered by Joanna Walling BMus (Hons), PGCE (PCE) Owner of JJ’s Music School
• Joanna wrote and delivered the fast track theory course at the Junior Birmingham Conservatoire and has successfully put students in for the Grade 5 Theory course for 14 years.
• 2011 - all candidates receiving distinction for their grade 5 theory!

What:

• This course prepares students for their Grade 5 theory exam in June OR November 2012
• The theory syllabus followed is London College Popular Theory Exams.
• Grade 5 Theory of Music is an accredited exam and is on the NQF Level 2.

Why:

• Students that wish to take Grade 6 or above on their instrument cannot do so until they have passed Grade 5 theory (for most exam boards).
• Taking a music theory exam consolidates and expands the students's knowledge and understanding of musical notation and fundamentals.  This is essential for the performer and/or composer.

How:

• All aspects of the Grade 5 Theory exam will be covered on the four day boot camp course. 
• Students will complete exercises throughout the day to ensure full understanding.
• Once the boot camp course is complete, students may post as many pass papers to Joanna for marking and feedback before the exam.

Prerequisites:

• Students must be at least Grade 3 standard on their instrument. 
• Students must be at least 14 years old (applicants under the age of 14 will be considered but must have an informal discussion with Joanna before being accepted).
• Students must attend ALL four days.
• Students must complete all exercises given and complete pass papers weekly between the course and the exam.

Cost:

• 27 hours tuition should cost £810. Get 27 hours tuition for the price of 8 plus unlimited marking of pass papers until the exam!!
• The course fee is £240. This includes all resources including a workbook, model answers and a set of pass papers.  This fee is due by the 2nd March 2012 (June exam) OR 28th July 2012 (November exam).
  • The exam fee is an additional £44 due by 10th April 2012 OR 10th September 2012. (This can be paid at the same time as the course fee.)

Exam:

• The exam will be held in Newton Abbot on the following dates: 
  • • 16th June 2012 
    • 24th November 2012

There are only ten places on each course and so contact us for an application form now..........